Diversity & Inclusion Committee

The CHRA Diversity and Inclusion Committee works to promote workplace diversity through the sharing of information and resources. The Committee manages the annual James W. Rouse Excellence in Diversity Awards Program.

The Committee's Mission, Goals and Vision are listed below.

Mission

The CHRA Diversity and Inclusion Committee is a professional group open to diversity practitioners, consultants, students and affiliated businesses who support the goals of diversity of the Chesapeake Human Resources Association (CHRA). The Diversity and Inclusion Committee sponsors the annual CHRA James W. Rouse Diversity Awards Program that recognizes the accomplishments of organizations in the areas of diversity and inclusion. In addition, the Committee’s goals are to provide Human Resources practitioners a place to share information, resources, and opportunities in the area of diversity to further strengthen their skills and knowledge.

Current Committee members are drawn from the CHRA membership, and represent all sectors of the Human Resources practice including employment, employee relations, organizational development, training, benefits, compensation, labor relations, work and family programs, EEO/AAP, employee assistance and human resources information systems. Other professionals are invited to join to expand their knowledge and expertise. 

Vision

The Diversity and Inclusion Committee shares the vision of the Chesapeake Human Resources Association (CHRA) as a premier human resources membership organization that mirrors the customers its members serve. Its vision is to create and maintain high-quality and informative programs and information-sharing that will increase awareness, provide further education, and recognize the value of diversity in its members and customers. 

Goals

• Provide a world-class Diversity Awards Program;
• Provide a resource of information in the area of Diversity; Promote an awareness and education of Diversity;
• Communicate the CHRA Diversity and Inclusion Mission and Goals; 
• Assist in maintaining a diverse membership for CHRA as well as the Diversity and Inclusion Committee.

Get Involved

To get involved in the Diversity and Inclusion Committee, or to assist with the Annual Diversity Awards and Presentation Program, please sign up to volunteer here or contact CHRA at support@chra.com.

Additional D&I Resources

Overcoming Workplace Bias

CHRA supports SHRM's initiatives to address workplace bias to ensure that all workers have the right to equal opportunity in employment, free from discrimination, prejudice and bias. Please reference the resources offered through SHRM to help you to navigate this crucial work within your organization: SHRM Resources - Overcoming Workplace Bias

Useful Links

• Comprehensive Guide for Diverse and Multi-Cultural Students
• Financial aid opportunities for minority students:
  https://lendedu.com/blog/financial-aid-for-minorities
  https://www.bestcolleges.com/financial-aid/minority-students